Houston Astros take three of four from the Chicago White Sox, surging to the top of the AL West and gaining crucial leverage in the playoff race. Can Houston secure a coveted playoff bye? Eric Huysman breaks down Hunter Brown’s gritty performance, highlighting Brown’s mid-game adjustments and growing reliance on his sinker to anchor the Astros’ rotation. Josh Hader’s dominance in August, Dalton Varsho’s timely turnaround, and Jose Altuve’s impressive home run add fuel to Houston’s postseason ambitions. Key discussions center on the Astros’ pitching depth, struggles against sub-.500 teams, and upcoming make-or-break matchups versus the Diamondbacks, Phillies, and Rays. With division rival Rangers close behind and the AL wide open, will Houston’s revamped approach and resilient core carry them back to October glory? Astros fans weigh in on their confidence level and the team’s odds for another deep playoff run. Locked On Astros is your daily Houston Astros podcast, hosted by Eric Huysm...